Communicating Differently Course

Description

‘Communicating Differently’ introduces different ways in which we can communicate, including both verbal and non-verbal methods of communication. The sessions explore how communicating differently can help you relate to others, express yourself and respond to difficult situations. The course also looks at the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of misunderstandings and considers how to put things right when communication goes wrong.

The course consists of 9 sessions and features interactive and engaging activities, making it ideal for ages 14-18, although it can easily be adapted for other age groups. Flexible delivery options are available to accommodate different settings.

Learning Outcomes:

• Master verbal and non-verbal communication
• Understand digital communication
• Develop active listening skills
• Learn to adapt communication styles

Key Topics Covered:

• Purpose of Communication: Understanding what communication is and why it is essential.
• Types of Communication: Exploring verbal, non-verbal, and written communication and how to use them effectively.
• Listening Skills: Why listening is a crucial part of communication and how to improve it.
• Non-Verbal Communication: How people communicate without words and how to interpret non-verbal cues.
• Barriers to Communication: Identifying what stops people from communicating well and strategies to overcome these barriers.
• Conflict Resolution: How to address and resolve communication breakdowns.
• Emotional Influence: Understanding how emotions impact communication and managing them effectively.
• Communication Under Pressure: Strategies to maintain effective communication in stressful situations.
• Adapting Communication Styles: How to adjust communication styles to suit different situations and audiences.

What’s included:

myLife Tutor Training is included in the course price. It’s there to help you feel confident delivering the sessions and to make sure your young people get the most out of them. The training is done online via video call and is required for anyone running a myLife course. Once you’ve bought a course, a member of our team will get in touch to book your training at a time that works for you.

As well as training, you will also receive one printed session guide for the tutor, along with 10 printed resource books and 10 printed progress trackers – everything you need to run the course with 10 young people. If you’re planning to run the course with more than 10, you can buy extra books here.

Click here to view a sample of the session guide.

Click here to view a sample of the resource book.